AN ELF spectacular launched the festive ice rink at Clarks Village in Street this week.

The World’s Biggest Elf Skate took place at the Somerset shopping outlet – with 193 guests hitting the ice dressed in festive garb.

The elves were led by the real Father Christmas and his Head Elf Bubbles, and Sugarplum.

Guests were treated to free tickets for the world-record attempt, enjoying a special festive skate on the 550-square-metre ice rink – featuring real ice – along with live DJs playing the most-loved Christmas classics, and words with Father Christmas.

Each elf skater went home with a World’s Biggest Elf Skate rosette and participation certificate for taking part in the historic record attempt.

The elf skate record attempt follows last year’s ice rink launch, when Clarks Village claimed the world record for the greatest number of ice skating Santas, with 155 guests dressed in full Santa suits taking to the ice.

But this year, it was all about the elves.

Chris Davis, centre director of Clarks Village, said: “The World’s Biggest Elf Skate was the biggest and best festive ice skate we’ve ever held and was truly unforgettable.

“Seeing so many elf-clad guests on the ice, skating together and sharing in the festive fun was a magical and showstopping way to kick off the Christmas season.

“With our stunning Christmas decorations in place, an artisan market on the way, Black Friday just around the corner, and our festive ice rink ready for action, we’re all set for a Christmas to remember.”

The Clarks Village Festive Ice Rink, in the grounds of the new Shoemakers Museum, is now officially open for the season.

It will welcome skaters each day – excluding Christmas Day – until January 4, including Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Tickets for the Clarks Village ice rink start at £13.50 for children aged 12 and under, £15.50 for adults, and from £50 for families.

For more information and to book, visit clarksvillage.co.uk/the-ice-rink-at-clarks-village.

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